Welcome to your bright and spacious home away from home! Located on the second floor of a classic three-family home, this apartment offers the perfect blend of neighborhood charm and city convenience. Whether you are a visiting researcher, relocating professional, remote worker, or family, you will find a fully equipped sanctuary designed for comfort, not just a room to sleep in.
The Space
This apartment is entirely yours during your stay, offering complete privacy and a fully equipped setup for extended visits.
Living Area: Relax in a sun-filled living room featuring a twin sofa bed for guests or extra lounging space.
Climate Control: Stay comfortable year-round with a heating thermostat you control. While it follows a standard eco-friendly schedule, you are welcome to adjust it anytime to suit your preference.
Laundry: Access to a brand new shared washer and dryer in the basement.
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1: Queen bed (Sleeps 2)
Bedroom 2: Queen bed (Sleeps 2)
Chef-Ready Kitchen
Prepare full meals with ease in a kitchen stocked with everything you need:
Appliances: Dishwasher, toaster, microwave, oven, electric kettle.
Coffee Bar: Start your morning right with a Breville coffee machine and complimentary coffee/tea.
Cooking Essentials: Full set of pots, pans, bakeware, chef’s knives, and utensils.
Dining: Complete dinnerware set for the whole group.
Bathroom Essentials
Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash provided.
Hair dryer.
Fresh bath towels, hand towels, and washcloths.
Family-Friendly Perks
Highchair and travel crib.
BPA-free toddler dining set and utensils.
Selection of toys and children’s books.
Patio seating area.
Propane Grill (BBQ ready!).
Cornhole game for some outdoor fun.
Guest Access & Safety
Privacy: The main front entrance is shared with the third-floor unit, but your apartment has its own private entrance once inside.
Tech: High-speed Wi-Fi included.
Security: Exterior cameras at front and back doors (no interior cameras). Smart noise and smoke detection devices installed (measures decibel levels only; no audio recording).
Parking
Seasonal Street Parking: Limited on-street parking is available from April – November. (Please note: Watertown typically restricts overnight street parking during winter months.)
House Rules (Please Read Before Booking)
We want to ensure a safe and peaceful stay for you and our neighbors.
Stairs: This is a second-floor unit accessed by stairs only.
No Smoking: Smoking, vaping, and drugs are strictly prohibited inside and outside the property. Violation fine: $1,000.
Quiet Hours: Absolutely no parties, events, loud music, or large gatherings. Disturbance reports from neighbors or police will result in immediate removal without refund and a $1,000 fine.
Pets: Furry friends are welcome! $100 pet fee per stay for up to 2 pets.
Deliveries: Food and short-term deliveries are allowed, but please do not ship packages or mail to the property.
Neighbors: The other unit is occupied by long-term tenants; please be respectful of shared spaces and noise levels.
Neighborhood & Area Highlights
Located in the vibrant and safe Coolidge Square neighborhood, you are steps away from global dining, local bakeries, and cafes (like Uncommon Grounds).
Convenience: Walk to Star Market, CVS, 7-Eleven, a gas station, and local produce markets.
Arsenal Yards: Just a short distance away for modern shopping, trendy restaurants, and a movie theater.
Nature: Close to the Watertown/Cambridge Greenway and the Charles River for walking and biking.
Commuter’s Dream
Direct to Harvard: The 71 Bus stops practically at your doorstep, offering a direct line to Harvard Square and the Red Line subway.
Easy Access: Connect quickly to MIT, downtown Boston, Mass General Hospital, and major business hubs throughout the Greater Boston area.
